Why Does Frequent Need for Urination Occur with Benign Prostatic

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Multiple Choice

Why does frequent need for urination occur with benign prostatic hypertrophy?

• A) Increased volume of dilute urine
• B) Irritation of the bladder and urethra
• C) Impaired micturition reflex
• D) Incomplete emptying of the bladder

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